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US/ɪˈroʊd/
UK/ɪˈrəʊd/
to gradually damage or destroy something, or to be worn away slowly by water, wind or time
In context
Heavy rain has eroded the soil on the steep hillside.
Constant criticism slowly eroded her confidence at work.
Rising prices are eroding the value of our savings.
Words that go with erode
verb + noun
- erode confidenceFailure can erode confidence over time.
- erode trustThe scandal eroded public trust in the bank.
- erode the soilWind and water erode the soil.
- erode the valueInflation can erode the value of money.
verb + adverb
- erode awayThe cliff has eroded away over the centuries.
adverb + verb
- gradually erodeSupport for the party began to gradually erode.